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Osteoporosis, which means “porous bones,” is a condition that causes bones to become weak and brittle, leading to fractures. Osteoporosis usually progresses painlessly until a fracture occurs, usually in the hip, spine or wrist.

Who gets it?

According to the National Osteoporosis Foundation, about 54 million Americans have low bone mass, placing them at increased risk […]

Did you know that sports injuries are some of the most common reasons for medical visits among children in middle school and high school?

The Centers for Disease Control estimate that nearly 3.2 million children each year are hospitalized from sports injuries annually. In addition, over 750,000 children between the ages of 12-17 are treated in […]

Measles is now one of the most significant health care risks for young children in the U.S as cases continue to climb. The Centers for Disease Control now estimate that nearly 704 cases of measles have been confirmed in the U.S, which is the highest amount since the disease was virtually eradicated in 2000.

Spring is finally in the air! Warmer weather, pleasant breezes and beautiful blooms entice us to once again enjoy the outdoors. But pesky seasonal allergies can quickly put an end to our enjoyment. According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, over 50 million Americans suffer with allergies each year and allergies are the 6th leading […]

Through social media, television and in magazines, we constantly hear about the importance of physical activity for keeping our bodies fit and healthy. However, we don’t often hear about how important it is to keep our brain fit. According to Be Brain Fit, performing brain exercises regularly can increase memory, focus and concentration. It can also […]

By Jeff Pucko|2019-03-19T10:36:04+00:00March 19th, 2019|Blog|Comments Off on 5-Minute Brain Exercises To Do At Your Desk

Steroids, (short for corticosteroids), are very commonly used to treat inflammation in the body. Steroids are prescribed for a variety of illnesses including asthma, acute illnesses such as strep throat and for joint problems including arthritis. In general, steroids decrease the body’s immune responses which in turn, work to decrease inflammation.

Steroids can be taken by […]

By Jeff Pucko|2019-02-28T16:26:36+00:00February 28th, 2019|Blog|Comments Off on Myths and Misconceptions of Steroid Shots

A recent report by Quest Diagnostics indicated that illicit drug use by American workers is at its highest rate in more than a decade. According to Quest, the positivity rate for the combined U.S. workforce was 4.2% in 2017, up significantly from 3.5% […]